1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
